TV series
The Story of Saiunkoku
2006–2008, Japanese, on NHK BS2.
Saiunkoku is a world of eight provinces or houses, each named after a different colour. The new Emperor, Shi Ryuuki, has gained for a reputation for being uninterested in courtly matters and for flaunting his love for men. Shuurei, although born of the important Kou family, has difficulty making ends meet. She easily accepts an invitation to be the Emperor's concubine in order to turn him into a good ruler. The mysterious Seiran, a young man who was adopted by her father, goes with her as Ryuuki's bodyguard. Entering the imperial palace revives Shuurei's dream of being a court official, and, together with the many companions she meets along the way, continues moving bravely forward while trying to fend off the Emperor's advances.
- Seasons
- 2
- Episodes
- 78
- Episode length
- 25 min
- Status
- Ended in 2008
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Latest episode
S2 E39: Destined Partners Cannot Be Separated
Aired 8 March 2008
Seasons 2
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 8 April 2006
- Last aired
- 8 March 2008
- Network
- NHK BS2
- Original title
- 彩雲国物語
- Language
- Japanese
- Country
- Japan
- Type
- Scripted
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What The Story of Saiunkoku is based on
The Story of Saiunkoku is based on The Story of Saiunkoku, a 2003 light novel series by Sai Yukino, published by Kadokawa Beans Bunko.
Light novel series · 2003
The Story of Saiunkoku
By Sai Yukino
Published by Kadokawa Beans Bunko
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The Story of Saiunkoku: quick answers
Is The Story of Saiunkoku worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Story of Saiunkoku are there?
The Story of Saiunkoku has 2 seasons and 78 episodes, about 25 minutes each.
Is The Story of Saiunkoku finished?
Yes. The Story of Saiunkoku ended in 2008, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Story of Saiunkoku on?
The Story of Saiunkoku isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
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What shows are like The Story of Saiunkoku?
If you liked The Story of Saiunkoku, try Sugar Apple Fairy Tale, Unnamed Memory, Fate/Apocrypha.
What is The Story of Saiunkoku based on?
The Story of Saiunkoku is based on The Story of Saiunkoku, a 2003 light novel series by Sai Yukino, published by Kadokawa Beans Bunko.